A precarious calm has returned to Dahar area in Somalia’s northern Sanaag region after fierce battle between Somaliland and Puntland troops on Monday, according to residents.
Local elders in the area are reportedly launching ceasefire efforts, and called on the rival sides to pull out their forces from the front lines and start negotiations to avoid further deadly clashes.
Monday’s fighting between the two sides began early morning of Monday and continued until midday. Residents said Somaliland and Puntland forces used heavy artillery fire during the clash.
Unspecified number of people, including civilians have been killed in the renewed battle between Somaliland and Puntland troops in Sanaag region, according to sources.
The warfare has erupted a day after Garowe-based Puntland administration has accused Somaliland of violating its borders in Sanaag region, north of Somalia.
